Gary Cohen Email & Phone Number

Takoma Park, Md, Us

For over 25 years, Certified Contractors Network has been the best quality, most effective contractor consulting network accessible to organizations of all sizes. We believe in creating a smarter, more energized contracting community. Our goal is to help the independent contractor build better processes in order to build a better business and achieve a better life as a result of these efforts.We share knowledge and skills in an effort to maximize profits for our members. We encourage ethics, education, leadership, and innovation to benefit both the construction industry and the community.Certified Contractors Network assists its members in becoming the best in their industries by offering best practices and processes that enable them to provide higher job quality and a superior contracting experience to their clients. In dealing with their clients, member firms are committed to upholding the highest standards of Integrity, Honesty, and Professional Responsibility.

Boca Raton, Fl, Us

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

ExecHQ® is an advisory firm that provides the as-needed services of executive-level human capital required for the way healthy companies are run today. I am available on an as-needed basis to immediately impact strategic initiatives and generate results at a fraction of the cost of full-time executives. What’s your challenge?

Botanical Solutions is a state-of-the-art biotechnology extraction services and products company, providing high-quality, reliable, and consistent CBD processing services to a diverse customer base. As the President & CEO, I lead the strategy and business operations for this progressive firm. Key contributions and responsibilities:- Secured $3.5 million through two rounds of capital raising for the launch- Led negotiations for the purchase of leading edge, proprietary equipment for high volume, efficient processing- Built strategic partnerships with upstream downstream supply chain partners

Arlington, Va, Us

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and the fight for those affected by diabetes. As an Advisory Board Member of the organization, I drove discussions and deliver advise on vital strategies to help the nonprofit grow during challenging times.Key contributions and responsibilities:- Increased corporate engagement within the business community- Supported the increase in fundraising efforts through the securing of key sponsorships

College Park, Maryland, Us

The University of Maryland is the largest university in Maryland with an endowment of $542 million. During my extensive career at UMD, I acted within many roles to support the teaching of international business and global trade management, as well as supervising executive education and MBA programs. My most recent role was as a Clinical Professor for International Business, Global Trade, Supply Chain & Marketing.Taught across numerous degree programs at the Masters and Undergraduate levels, courses including:- Introduction to Business- International Supply Chain Management- International Marketing- International Business - Global Trade Logistics- Action Learning Projects (ALP)

College Park, Maryland, Us

During my time with the University of Maryland and the Robert H. Smith School of Business, I was the Associate Dean. I was responsible for the launch and management of their Online MBA Program, Executive MBA Programs in College Park, MD, and Beijing, China, and all Executive Education Programs.Key contributions and responsibilities:- Guided the launch of the Smith Online MBA program to generate $4.3 million within two years- Established a partnership with the American Chamber of Commerce in China, (AmCham) and Beijing Foreign Enterprise Service Company to deliver non-degree programs to MNC members in Beijing- Expanded the Executive Education programs to Asia and the Middle East, growing revenue by 64% and net income by 75% within three years

College Park, Maryland, Us

As the Director of Master of Science in Supply Chain for the University of Maryland, I was responsible for the launch and management of this program for the university.Key contributions and responsibilities:- Developed and launched the Master of Science Program in Supply Chain Management- Generated $1 million in new revenue within the first year of launch, with an additional $4.25 million in the second year

Vitus Animal Health, then known as VitusVet, is a SaaS company promoting transparency and developing digital products to deliver real value to veterinary practices and pet parents. By digitally connecting pet parents and their providers, they aim to improve the health and safety of all pets. As an Advisory Board Member, I was integral to discussions and delivered key advise to the board to support change.Key contributions and responsibilities:- Made vital contributions to the advisory board to guide continuity and growth- Led advisory board discussions to highlight challenges faced and opportunities to overcome them

Garrison Strategic Advisors is a boutique firm providing senior strategic and transactional counsel to owners and senior executives of middle-market companies and founder/executives of high-growth young companies. Garrison diagnoses a company’s opportunities and challenges, provides fact-based strategic and tactical advice and then helps the company acquire the resources needed to implement our advice and realize its objectives. When required, we help the company access the capital markets and as appropriate, can invest our own capital as part of the total solution. Additionally, we offer executive coaching to our clients.

The Centers for International Business Education and Research (CIBERs) were created by Congress to increase and promote the nation's capacity for international understanding and competitiveness. There are 17 nationally designated. The Smith School’s Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) serves as regional and national resource center for teaching, research and outreach in international business and related fields. It was established on July 1, 2006 with a $1.42 million, four-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education and 100% matching funds from the Smith School and University of Maryland.

Regional Accounting Firm and Business Consultancy

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Executive Coach

Mount Airy, Md, Us

Van Sant Inc. provided heating and air conditioning installations and repairs along with plumbing repairs. They were acquired by BGE Home.

Cincinnati, Ohio, Us

P&L responsibility for the Consumer Division, revenue responsibility for the Industrial and Consumer Divisions, and member of the corporate leadership team.

Baltimore, Maryland, Us

International Marketing Instructor

City Of Industry, California, Us

Olympia Tools a global manufacturer that has been serving the home improvement industry since 1973.The company's products can be found in major retailers around the world. Olympia's core categories are hand tools, specialty tools, tool accessories and outdoor equipment.

Us

Responsibility for business development and account management for big-box retailers (The Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, Target, Costco, Sam's Club)

P&L responsibility for the company and responsibility for all operations.

P&L responsibility for this $50 Million company and responsibility for all operations.

Mba, Marketing Concentration

B.S., Accounting

Certificate, Removing Barriers To Change